Cornell In The News

Keeping track of what's happening with Cornell is difficult to do. If you are a little lonesome for Ithaca, or just want a quick update on what is going on, check here for regular updates!

Recent Stories

• Crime spike and CU response discussed at forum
  Cornell University Police Chief Kathy Zoner hosted a Nov. 19 forum in Robert Purcell Community Center aimed at addressing community concerns about a recent spike in crime near campus.
• Map of variation in maize genes may aid breeding efforts
  New techniques may allow breeders and researchers to use this map of genetic variation to study and improve maize varieties.
• Cornell team wins regional programming contest
  Cornell teams placed first, fifth and 18th out of 51 teams at the 2009 ACM Greater New York regional programming contest; the first-place team will compete in the international finals.
• Task force: More students would put 'strain' on Cornell
  The university should maintain its student population at current levels, says a strategic planning task force report. On Nov. 18, Provost Kent Fuchs moderated a public discussion on the recommendations.
• Deputy defense secretary speaks on public service
  On Nov. 18, U.S. Deputy Secretary of Defense William J. Lynn, J.D. '80, told law students that federal agencies need good lawyers more than ever; and the work can be among the most rewarding there is.

On Campus

• Gordon Sander '72 views Cornell then and now in photo exhibit
  Capturing Cornell moments, from the silly to the sublime, over the past 40 years is the focus of 'The Cornell Zone: 1968-2008,' a photography exhibition by Gordon F. Sander '72, on view May 16-Sept. 15.
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